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Terry Parsons Obituary
Terry Allen Parsons went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 15, 2013.
He was born on April 6, 1948 in Hopkinsville Kentucky. His family moved to San Antonio where his father was stationed at Ft. Sam Houston with the U.S. Army medical
corps.
Terry attended Trinity University for four years on an athletic scholarship, where he
set numerous records on the football team. While majoring in vocal music, he sang in
musical programs at Trinity and at various churches in central Texas.
Terry, affectionately known as "Pizza Pars0ns" by his friend, began his professional career at Pizza Hut. Then he began as an assistant manager with Frontier Enterprises for the next 20 years. He became CEO of Champs Restaurant in Houston and Maggie's grills in Houston and San Antonio.
He loved to play the guitar and drive exotic sports cars.
Terry is survived by his wife Merry; his mother Sarah Jane, both of San Antonio; by his brother Lonnie, two nephews and three grand nephews, all of Portland, Oregon.
He was cremated. Memorial Gifts can be made through a charitable organization of your choice.
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Tom Miltenberger
December 16, 2020
On his “feast day” which is what some refer to as the death anniversary, I would like to say that Terry also had a very well though out philosophy on working and business to achieve success. I remember we discussed Og Mandino, the author of The Greatest Salesman in the world, and how I had memorized the scrolls from that book. He also memorized them as well, as I recall. This is very rare that anyone would take the time to do this. This is another memory I have of Terry on his feast day.
Tom Miltenberger
October 20, 2020
Sorry this is so late, almost 7 years. I did business with Terry in the Houston market during the 1980's when he was with Champs restaurants. I regularly check the obits in Houston, however I just saw the name Parsons online and thought of Terry and saw the obit from San Antonio. I was in the advertising business then, and he was a good client of mine, a very fair business man, who " did what he said he was going to do." This is not always a common trait in business people. He was very positive, extremely hard working , all qualities I tried to emulate as well. Again, I apologize for the delay in the reply. I guess this shows the impact he had on people's lives.
John Lewitt
July 20, 2017
I just learned of Terry's passing tonight July 19th, 2017. Terry taught me and my wife so much while we were young newlyweds in Houston. I've tried for years to find him. Because of his impact on my life, and what he taught me about having balance..God has always been at the center of our lives ..going on 36 years of marriage with 3 adult kids. it makes me smile knowing that my good friend Terry would be proud of me. I m crying as I write this. Not sure where these tears are coming from..I wish I could have found and thanked him for mentoring me as a young man. .but I will always love Terry.
John Lewitt Seattle Police Detective
Seattle, Wa
wife Annette (kids- Megan, Jared and Ethan)
David Deicke
January 2, 2014
Terry recruited me into management in Houston in the early 80's. He made a path for my life and I'm eternally grateful! He was a great man! I only wish I could have sat down with him to tell him how he affected my life and family! God bless you Terry, you were a true inspiration!
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December 26, 2013
"What's going on girl" was his greeting to me every time I saw him. The dental society will miss him dearly he was loved by all of us. He never complained about anything or anyone. His laughter was contagious he was a dear friend. Terry all at Dr. Villastrigo will miss you dearly. My tears are a combinations for you because I miss you dearly and knowing you are in heaven. Good bye our dear friend. Connie Guillen
E. Wesley Radwan
December 23, 2013
• I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Terry, he was the spark that lit the fire behind the creation of Maggie's Restaurant on San Pedro. ”The Biggin”, as he was affectionately known by the people that work for him was quite a colorful person. Whether it was the idea of creating a pizza sniffer or his flamboyant personality with his fancy Ferrari's or Corvettes there was never a dull moment when Terry was around everyone knew it. His enthusiasm rubbed off all around. I didn't always understand what he was saying, but boy did he make me think. He was the catalyst to the giant St. Patrick's Day parties that were held at Maggie's. A bold man who was not afraid to move forward. A good Christian, a disciplinarian and a generous heart to match. Heaven just got a good one up there. To quote one of his sayings: ”You got a break a few eggs to make an omelet” Terry you were special and I'm a better man for knowing you.
Jule Nordhaus
December 23, 2013
I was saddened to hear of Terry's passing. He was a very gifted and talented man. My prayers are with you and your family.
December 22, 2013
My prayers to the family, Terry was a great friend, Carlos Angelini
Glen Pfeiffer
December 22, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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